Los von Rom: Eine Geschichte aus dem Leben

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ohorn, Anton, 1846-1924

Contributor:

Bergen, Fritz, 1857-1941

Language:

German

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Los von Rom: Eine Geschichte aus dem Leben" by Anton Ohorn is a work of fiction written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the Catholic Church's declaration of papal infallibility, focusing on the internal conflicts and crises faced by its characters. The story revolves around Peter Frohwalt, a young priest, and his family, exploring themes of faith, doubt, and the societal pressures surrounding religious identity. At the start of the novel, the festivities surrounding Peter's first mass are introduced, highlighting the joyful atmosphere in a quaint town filled with anticipation for the ceremony. The narrative shifts to Peter's family, especially his mother and sister, who experience mixed emotions during the occasion. Concurrently, the novel sets the stage for the emotional turmoil Peter finds himself in, particularly with the implications of the church's rigid beliefs on personal relationships and the heart-wrenching issues surrounding the death of Grethe Freidank, a local woman whose funeral problems thrust onto Peter the uncomfortable tension between his clerical duties and personal compassion. This opening portion expertly establishes the complex moral landscape Peter must navigate as he forms his identity within a changing society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2020-02-01